Yuval Passov

This is a message to all my fellow Americans to understand why the current events unfolding in Israel pose a threat to us all. The moment Hamas declared war on Israel, it was a declaration against everything we, as a nation, stand for. The brutal reality of this conflict hit home with the loss of 27 American lives during the Hamas-initiated terrorist attack on Israel on October 7th, with citizens of other nations also caught in the crossfire. The situation escalated with at least 14 Americans now enduring captivity and torture at the hands of Hamas in Gaza. Israel stands on the frontlines of this global battle against radical ideology, serving as the initial barrier preventing its spread to American and European shores. Our experience has shown that proponents of this extremist worldview are relentless — they target innocent partygoers, perpetrate mass assaults on women, attack expectant mothers, and commit unspeakable atrocities against children. This menacing ideology has already found its way into America, manifesting in demonstrations that signal support for Hamas and terror, and opposition to our values. It's imperative that we unite, standing firmly on the right side of history, committed to safeguarding the principles that shape our identity as a nation: liberty, democracy, and justice for all. May God bless the State of Israel, and may God bless the United States of America.